Certificate in Decision Making for Operations Management

Get the practical knowledge you need to lead complex business operations by earning a certificate from University of Arkansas. Study with industry experts and professors to learn relevant skills you can apply immediately. Learn about increasing productivity, global business environment, supply chain, human resource strategies, finance for operations managers, and leadership principles.

Duration180 Hours

EligibilityAny graduate (10+2+3)

FEES714

Learning ModeFaculty-led Online

Course Highlights

Real-time Internship

An internship allows you to apply classroom knowledge in real life situations. We help you find relevant work experience opportunities in organizations involved in the Digital Marketing Industry.

Placement Support

Our Placement Division helps our students meet companies that practice Digital Marketing. Our Placement Division has positioned students in some of the top companies like Siemens, Dell and American Megatrends.

Training Methodology

This course involves several hours of Live Faculty session and recorded live session. It also has multiple guest lectures every month. Along with live classes, the course has industry catalyzers, opinion polls, observers and self-assessments.

Projects

During the course, the students pursue autonomous research on a question or problem of their choice, involve with the academic learning in the related disciplines, and with the supervision of a faculty and industry mentor - produce a significant paper.

Industry Connect

We connect you with industry leaders who play a major role in the Digital Marketing Industry. Connecting with such people can help you in job hunting, career networking and professional progress.

Learn through Case Studies

Case studies help you to emphasize detailed contextual examination of a restricted number of events or circumstances and their relations. It helps in obtaining in-depth info about the trends and practices in Digital Marketing.

Key Features of the Program

Effective & Appealing Content

We offer a unique combination of research-led futuristic pedagogy and globally benchmarked content. Our modules are backed by extensive research which has made our education system both appropriate and exciting for our learners.

Certificate from University of Arkansas

Founded in 1871 as a land-grant institution, the University of Arkansas is the flagship of the University of Arkansas System. Our 27,000 students represent all 50 states and more than 120 countries. The U of A has 10 colleges and schools offering more than 210 academic programs. The University of Arkansas is accredited by the Higher Learning Comission.

Education Loan

Good Education ensures good future. We ensure your financial needs are taken care of as you move ahead in getting educated to build an awesome career. You can always apply for an Education Loan to join select courses.

New Age Learning Platform

The i-meta platform of 361 DM, enabled with unique augmented and virtual reality-led classes allow mobile learning i.e., you can learn anytime and anywhere. You can also learn by downloading the 361DM App in your smartphone. Our platform facilitates group discussions, learning resources, performance records, post-class assessments, e-library, and opinion polls during classes.

Dedicated Support Team

We have a dedicated team to support you throughout the course – from the application to the certification! You can reach us whenever there is any need for assistance, just at the click of a button.

Modules

Basic Modules

Applied Statistics

Fundamentals of probability and distribution theory with applications in managerial decision making.

Descriptive methods

probability distributions

sampling distributions and hypothesis testing are included.

Introduction to Decision Support tools in Operations Management

Basic topics include implementations of formulas and functions to conduct breakeven analysis,

numerical forecasting,

Inventory and quality control calculations.

Advanced topics include linear programming,

optimization,

Monte Carlo simulation,

Time value of money and analysis of variance (ANOVA).

Introduction to functions necessary to import and analyze data to support Operations Management decisions

Core or Elective Subject Areas

Introduction to Operations Management

Provides an overview of the functional activities necessary for the creation/delivery of goods and services

productivity

strategy in a global business environment

project management

quality management

location and layout strategies

human resources management

supply chain and inventory management

material requirements planning; JIT

maintenance and reliability

Supply Chain Management for Operations Managers

Focuses on the development and application of decision models in supply chains

supply chain performance

cost, and metrics

demand forecasting

aggregate planning

inventory management

supply chain design and distribution

transportation modeling and analysis

supply chain coordination

the role of information technology and sourcing decisions

Spreadsheet tools and techniques will be used to analyze supply chain performance

Finance for Operations Managers

Financial markets

interest rates

financial statements

cash flows and performance evaluation

Valuation of financial assets, using time value of money

the meaning and measurement of risk/return

capital-budgeting

cost of capital

capital structure

dividend policy

working capital management

Operations Management in the Service Sector

Review of the role of the operations management in the service sector, e.g., health care systems, banking, municipal services, utilities, and postal service and others

Emphasizes the principles and methodologies applicable to the solution of problems within the service industries

Note: You can select any of the two programs from the elective
subjects mentioned above.

Outcome of the Program

This course will enable you to build a great career in the Operations Management Industry where operation strategists are in high-demand. The Program is flexible to assimilate and incorporate technology updates into the modules, on the fly. This program also comes with the benefit of Placement support from 361 Degree Minds though you would not have the need since opportunities galore when you do this program.

About University of Arkansas

University of Arkansas, founded in 1872 is 7th Fastest growing public University in the US - The Chronicle of Higher Education. The Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching rated University of Arkansas among the Top 2 percent of the nation's universities and colleges. It is ranked among the top 10 % in national ranking among public universities

Mentors

Sai Sumanth B CEO - Enterprise BusinessCo-Founder and Associate Dean

Sai heads new initiatives, corporate accounts, and alliances. He is also a key faculty member. He is a marketing specialist with passion for sales, building relationships, and training. He is a curious learner and gathers knowledge in vast subjects.He has more than 10 years of experience in sales, marketing, training and consulting. He has set up and ran large businesses in FMCG and Financial Services. Before 361DM, he has worked with Nestle and GE Capital. With strong relationship building skills, he has managed large teams and distribution networks

Gopinathan CP Chief Integrator

Gopi sets vision & strategic direction for the company and leads learning & education initiatives. He is the principal facilitator for large L&D interventions.
He has facilitated corporate training sessions on a large scale, consulted for companies on strategic matters, coached CEOs, and delivered niche workshops for scientists, entrepreneurs, and parents. He is a strategic advisor to corporates for their visioning, goal setting, and execution goals. An ace facilitator by flair, he has personally worked with thousands of senior managers and executives from over 100 organizations before establishing his own enterprise

Testimonials

Faculties are very energetic and enthusiastic which makes the sessions lively and interesting.

Laxmi RadhakrishnanStudent of MBA

Everything explained from scratch even a non IT background person can easily grasp the lessons. Vast experienced faculty explaining with practical examples adds value to the knowledge shared.

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Student Mentor Panel

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